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Survey finds many visitors visit downtown less after parking changes; employee-parking pilot receives positive feedback

Downtown Development Authority Board · March 9, 2026
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Summary

Survey results showed 503 responses to general parking changes (about 68% said they visit less often) while a smaller employee-parking pilot survey (34 responses) produced largely positive feedback. Board asked staff to refine signage, clarify resident $12 passes and share utilization numbers with merchants and the city.

DDA staff presented two parking surveys to the board on Monday: a general-rate survey with 503 responses and an employee-parking permit pilot survey with 34 responses.

In the general survey, staff said about 68% of respondents reported visiting downtown less since the new parking rates were put in place. Respondents most commonly suggested better signage, clearer rules for resident passes…

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